Authentic Sinigang na Baboy: A Classic Filipino Pork Soup

Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork belly, cut into cubes
• 8 cups water
• 1 medium onion, quartered
• 2 medium tomatoes, quartered
• 1 radish (labanos), sliced
• 1 cup green beans (sitaw), trimmed
• 1 cup eggplant, sliced
• 2-3 green chilies (siling pangsigang)
• 1 packet of sinigang mix (tamarind soup base)
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce (patis)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup water spinach (kangkong), washed
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the pork belly and sear until browned on all sides.
2. Add the onion and tomatoes, and sauté until the onions are translucent and the tomatoes are soft.
3. Pour in the water, and bring to a boil. Skim off any impurities that rise to the surface.
4. Add the radish and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly tender.
5. Stir in the sinigang mix and fish sauce, then add the green beans and eggplant. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Add the green chilies, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
7. Finally, stir in the water spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice and enjoy your flavorful Sinigang na Baboy!